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Join Aviagen as an HR Manager
As the HR Manager for our new Saudi investment, you will play a pivotal role in building the HR function from the ground up. This strategic position requires a strong generalist capable of balancing local needs with global HR standards. You will lead the design, implementation, and evolution of people practices during the setup phase and beyond, supporting a high-growth environment focusing on organizational development, talent acquisition, culture building, and change management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organization Setup & Change Management:
  • Design and implement HR infrastructure, policies, systems, and procedures in line with global standards.
  • Drive cultural development and change initiatives aligning with strategic goals.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership during transformation and growth.
• People Strategy & Talent Management:
  • Own the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, and retention.
  • Develop and implement a talent acquisition strategy for timely hiring.
  • Work with managers on performance expectations and employee development.
• HR Operations & Compliance:
  • Ensure effective HR operations for personnel administration and legal compliance.
  • Address employee concerns and oversee payroll operations ensuring accuracy.
• Compensation & Benefits:
  • Design and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs.
  • Conduct market research to maintain attractive reward structures.
• HR Analytics, Reporting & Budgeting:
  • Prepare and manage the HR budget according to business needs.
  • Deliver reports on HR KPIs and use workforce analytics for decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field (Master’s or HR certification preferred).
• Minimum 7+ years of HR experience, preferably in HR setup or transformation.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor law and employment practices.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

About Aviagen:
Aviagen is a leading poultry breeding company with a mission to nourish communities worldwide. We aim to provide affordable and sustainable chicken protein by collaborating with poultry producers. With over 8,000 employees dedicated to delivering high-quality breeding stock globally, Aviagen is committed to food safety and security.

Position Overview
We’re looking for a Business Development Manager to spearhead growth across our branding activation, marketing consultancy, and creative service offerings. This role focuses primarily on driving new business opportunities, while maintaining select key client relationships to ensure seamless delivery and long-term value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Development & Growth: Lead the identification, pursuit, and conversion of new business opportunities across target industries. Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline through networking, outreach, referrals, and proactive prospecting.
• Develop tailored proposals, credentials decks, and pitch presentations that position the agency as a trusted strategic partner.
• Collaborate with the Strategy and Creative teams to craft bespoke marketing and branding solutions that align with client objectives.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, competitive positioning, and potential business verticals.
• Represent the agency at industry events, conferences, and networking forums to build visibility and relationships.
• Work closely with leadership to set and achieve revenue, profitability, and growth targets.
• Maintain an active role in negotiating terms, closing deals, and onboarding new clients smoothly.

• Client Partnership & Account Management: Serve as a strategic point of contact for select clients, ensuring satisfaction and alignment with business goals.
• Translate client objectives into actionable plans, coordinating with internal teams for execution.
• Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts to expand revenue potential.
• Oversee the delivery of key projects, ensuring quality standards, timelines, and budgets are met.
• Lead periodic performance reviews and post-campaign evaluations, offering insights and recommendations for improvement.

• Internal Collaboration & Reporting: Work closely with Strategy, Creative, and Content Directors to ensure client and prospect needs are met effectively.
• Track and report on pipeline health, win/loss metrics, and revenue performance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the agency’s business development process, tools, and practices.

Qualifications & Experience:
Minimum 5+ years of experience in business development or client partnerships within a marketing, branding, or creative services agency. Strong understanding of brand strategy, marketing activations, and integrated communications. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.